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Giannis Antetokoumpo begins his coaching career with a victory at the All-Star Celebrity game.
Greek-Nigerian professional basketball player Giannis Antetokounmpo was made his coaching debut at the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.
Antetokoumpo was the star attraction as Team Dwyane Wade survived and beat Team Ryan Smith 81-78 in the early hours of Saturday, February 18, 2023.
The 28-year-old Antetokoumpo an NBA Champion, two-time MVP, and among the greatest 75 basketball players in the history of the game showed off his coaching skills at the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.
Antetokoumpo was vocal on the sidelines and called time-outs to set up plays for his team on the clipboard.
Celebrity All-Star game attractions
The 2023 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game was played at the Huntsman Center on the campus of the University of Utah.
Team Ryan, captained by the governor of the Jazz Ryan Smith would produce some drama late in the game,
They trailed by three with little time left in regulation. WWE wrestler The Miz scored what was believed to be a game-winning 4-point shot as time expired however it did not count after further review and Team Dwyane took the win.
Former NBA champion with the 2016 Cavaliers Richard Jefferson was able to pull off a double duty as he played and also refereed.
DK Metcalf shines at NBA All-Star Celebrity Game
Antetokoumpo He would get help from the All-Pro receiver for the Seattle Seahawks DK Metcalf who was the by far the best player on the court in the celebrity game.
DK Metcalf showed off his jumping ability early with a barrage of dunks and was too physical and too imposing for anyone on Team Ryan.
Metcalf was sending back shots with regularity on defense in a complete performance to inspire Team Dwyane Wade to the win.
The NFL star finished with 20 points 10 rebounds and four blocks and was named the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game MVP.
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Following the game, Antetokoumpo took to his official social media platforms to celebrate his first victory as a coach.
Antetokoumpo faces a battle to be fit for the NBA All-Star game as he is recovery from a wrist injury picked up in the Milwaukee Bucks last game away against the Chicago Bulls.
Antetokoumpo named captain alongside LeBron James will select their squad from the reserves and starters an hour before the All-Star game in the early hours of Monday, February 20, 2023.
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